Video of Patrick Stewart meeting his new foster pup is too pure for this world

While Sir Patrick Stewart is commonly associated with the X-Men universe these days, plenty of fans have a special place in their hearts for his role as Jean-Luc Picard. The Star Trek captain was often stern and aloof, but everyone on the Enterprise crew and in the audience knew that deep down he was an old softie.

With that in mind, please feast your eyes on this adorable clip of Stewart welcoming home his new foster pup, Ginger.

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